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Writer’s Headlines: Writing, Speaking, and Media Conferences

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By Vonda Skelton | April 25, 2013

It’s the 4th Thursday–Time to look at upcoming conferences!

 

1.  Southeastern Christian Writers Conference:  April 26-2, 2013, Cleveland, TN

2.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 15-18, 2013, Estes Park, CO

3.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 19-23, 2013, Ridgecrest, NC–I can’t wait to see you there!

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Writer’s Headlines: Kudos, MoGo7000 Results, & Christian Communicators Conference

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By Vonda Skelton | April 11, 2013

It’s the 2nd Thursday, and time to celebrate your successes!

Congratulations to all these Christian Writer’s Den writers. You’re doing what it takes!

1.  Linda Thomas (IN): Recently published my first Bible Study, In Step with the Spirit.

2.  Colleen Luntzel (OR): Colleen has a new blog, Bring Bread. In Isaiah 29:8, the Scripture says, “…an hungry man dreams, and behold, he eats; but he awakes, and his soul is empty.” Hunger is powerful and demands to be satisfied, whether it’s physical or spiritual. It’s easy to satisfy physical hunger, but when it’s the soul that knots tight in hunger pangs, only The BREAD of Life, Jesus Christ, can satisfy.

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Writer’s Headlines: Writing & Speaking Conferences & MoGo7000

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By Vonda Skelton | March 28, 2013

It’s the 4th Thursday, and that means it’s time to share conferences (some new!) and MoGo7000 with you…

1.  Carolina Christian Writers Conference: April 19-20, 2013, Spartanburg, SC

2.  Southeastern Christian Writers Conference:   April 26-2, 2013, Cleveland, TN

3.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 15-18, 2013, Estes Park, CO

4.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 19-23, 2013, Ridgecrest, NC–I can’t wait to see you there!

5.  Write-to-Publish: June 5-8, 2013, Wheaton College, IL

6.  St. Davids Christian Writers’ Conference: June 18-22, 2013, Grove City, PA

7.  Kentucky Christian Writers Conference: June 21-22, 2013, Elizabethtown, KY

8.  Writing for Life Workshop with James Scott Bell: June 28-30, 2013, Newark, CA

9.  Gideon Media Arts Conference & Film Festival: July 12-16, 2013, Orlando, FL–I can’t wait to see you there!

10. Writers’ Publishing Workshop: August 5-9, 2013, Hamilton, MA

11. Catch the Wave Writers Conference: August 22-24, 2013, Atlanta area, GA

12. Christian Communicators Conference: August 28-September 1, 2013, The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, Asheville, NC--I can’t wait to see you there! We have 7 spaces left!

13. New England Christian Writer’s Retreat: October 18-20, 2013, Plainfield, NH

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The March MoGo7000 Challenge ends Sunday night at midnight!

Yes, today is the last day to count your words for the March MoGo7000 Challenge. But don’t send your numbers yet! I’ll post the call out next Thursday for your March totals.

Didn’t meet the 7000-word goal this month? Not to worry. You can start fresh toward your April goal beginning next Monday.

Remember, each month that you write 7000 NEW words on a book project, your name can go into the virtual hat for another entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100!

If you’d like more information on how you can write a book this year and possibly win $100, just check out the MoGo7000 Challenge page.

Somebody’s gonna win–it might as well be YOU!

Write on, sweet friends!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Kudos, MoGo7000 Qualifiers, & Christian Communicators Conference–9 Spots Left!

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By Vonda Skelton | March 14, 2013

It’s the second Thursday of the month, so it’s confetti time. Time to PAR-TAY! (Y’all know what a party animal I am, right?) :-)

Seriously, I’m thrilled to share these Christian Writer’s Den successes with you.

Here are the February Kudos!

1.  Jeanne Doyon (CT): My article, Plan A Getaway with God has been picked up online at Open the Word in Canada.

2.  Tammy Whitehurst (TX): Vonda, you shared with us in January about Reach Out Columbia, as a place to submit our articles. I submitted an article to them and they accepted it! Thank You Vonda for sharing them with us!

3.  Eddie Snipes (GA): I’ve just finished my next book, The Victorious Christian Life. It’s online but I plan to do an official book launch in early April. (Vonda here–It’s only $0.99 as I write this!)

Congratulations to this short list of kudos. Don’t see your name here? Then be sure to come back next week when I’ll be listing Writing Opportunities collected just for you!

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Who MoGoed in February?

Here’s the list of qualifiers in the February MoGo7000 Challenge. These writers wrote at least 7000 new words on a book project last month and are now in the running for $100!

4.  Nan Jones – 7380 words
5.  Eddie Snipes – 42,364 words
6.  Marilyn Turk – 16,797 words
7.  Sue Badeau – over 75,000 words

Wow–these four writers wrote over 141,500 words in February alone! Way to go! And just think, one of you could win $100 at the end of the year drawing. :-)

Anybody else out there want the chance to write a book this year and possibly win $100 to boot? Joining the MoGo7000 Challenge is easy. Just check out the MoGo7000 Challenge guidelines here and then get to work. It’s FREE!

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Only 9 Spot left at the Christian Communicators Conference! Yes–9 Spots!

If you’re considering the 2013 Christian Communicators Conference, now is the time to act! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to attend the most personal, unique speakers conference you’ll find anywhere.

Check out the Christian Communicators Registration Details here and then claim your spot!

 

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Writer’s Headlines: Call for Kudos & MoGo7000 Totals; Christian Communicators is Filling Up!

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By Vonda Skelton | March 7, 2013

Who has good news to share?

Have you had something exciting happen recently in your writing or speaking life? Maybe you’ve had an article published, signed a book contract, released a new book, got an agent, or started a new blog. If so, we want to hear from you!

It’s really simple, but I do ask that you contact me with the info in this format:

**Your name
**Your state in two-letter abbreviation
**Link to your website or blog
**Your good news
**Link to your good news, if online (online bookstore, online article, etc)

I can’t wait to celebrate with you in this new year!

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Did You MoGo in February?

If you wrote at least 7000 new words on a book project in February, you could be in the drawing for $100 cash!

To report your February results, please leave a comment below with your total new words written in February. (Please do not send your totals by email or through the Contact page. Totals must be left as a comment by next Monday).

And if you missed out on 2012′s money-winning writing challenge, don’t worry. It’s a new year and that means a new challenge! Here are the MoGo7000 Challenge rules. It’s free and you can join in at any time!

Just remember, each month in 2013 that you write at least 7000 NEW words on a book project, you can receive an entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100! The more months you meet the goal, the more chances you have to win!

So what are you waiting for? Get started now and you could make a lot of headway on a book this year–and possibly win $100!

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The 2013 Christian Communicators Conference is Filling Up Fast!

Ladies, are you considering Christian Communicators this year?

There are only 15 spots left for the August 28-September 1, 2013 conference, to be held at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC! If you feel called to a speaking ministry and don’t know where to begin or perhaps you’re already speaking, but would like to learn how to grow your ministry…Either way, we have the conference for you!

The Christian Communicators Conference is an all-inclusive package and has everything you need to grow your ministry! Training, breakouts, social media classes, promotional opportunities, your professionally-recorded video and professional headshots, etiquette classes, a lovely afternoon tea, and ongoing mentoring are all included! Be sure to check out the Conference Details, Conference Schedule, Conference Leaders, and Testimonials, and discover how this conference could be just what you’re looking for! Partial scholarships are available.

Got questions? Feel free to contact me. I’d love to hear from you!

As my partner, Carolyn Knefely says, “Write and speak on!”

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Conferences & MoGo7000

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By Vonda Skelton | February 28, 2013

It’s the 4th Thursday, and that means it’s time to share conferences and MoGo7000 with you!

 

1.  Florida Christian Writers Conference:February 27- March 3, 2013, Leesburg, FL

2.  Upstate SC American Christian Writers Workshop: March 9, 2013, Anderson, SC

3.  Write2Ignite: March 15-16, 2013, Tigerville, SC

4.  Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference: March 22-26, 2013, Mt. Hermon, CA

5.  Carolina Christian Writers Conference: April 19-20, 2013, Spartanburg, SC

6.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 15-18, 2013, Estes Park, CO

7.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 19-23, 2013, Ridgecrest, NC–I can’t wait to see you there!

8.  Write-to-Publish: June 5-8, 2013, Wheaton College, IL

9.  St. Davids Christian Writers’ Conference: June 18-22, 2013, Grove City, PA

10. Writing for Life Workshop with James Scott Bell: June 28-30, 2013, Newark, CA

11. Gideon Media Arts Conference & Film Festival: July 12-16, 2013, Orlando, FL–I can’t wait to see you there!

12. Writers’ Publishing Workshop: August 5-9, 2013, Hamilton, MA

13. Christian Communicators Conference: August 28-September 1, 2013, The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, Asheville, NC--I can’t wait to see you there! Registration is now open.

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The February MoGo7000 Challenge ends tonight at midnight!

Yes, today is the last day to count your words for the February MoGo7000 Challenge. But don’t send your numbers yet! I’ll post the call out next Thursday for your February totals.

Didn’t meet the 7000-word goal this month? Not to worry. Tomorrow’s another day–literally! And that means you can start fresh toward your March goal.

Remember, each month that you write 7000 NEW words on a book project, your name can go into the virtual hat for another entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100!

If you’d like more information on how you can write a book this year and possibly win $100, just check out the MoGo7000 Challenge page.

Somebody’s gonna win–it might as well be YOU!

Write on, sweet friends!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Conferences

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By Vonda Skelton | November 22, 2012

It’s Thanksgiving! Hope you’re enjoying a great time with your families. But it’s also the 4th Thursday, so it’s time to look at upcoming conferences.

Learning to write and speak takes an investment of time and money. What will you do for your calling?

1.  Writer’s ADVANCE! Boot Camp 2013: February 1-3, 2013, The Cove, Asheville, NC–I’d love to see you there!

2.  Writing for the Soul Conference: February 14-17, 2013, Colorado Springs, CO

3.  Florida Christian Writers Conference: February 27- March 3, 2013, Leesburg, FL

4.  Write2Ignite: March 15-16, 2013, Tigerville, SC

5.  Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference: March 22-26, 2013, Mt. Hermon, CA

6.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 15-18, 2013, Estes Park, CO

7.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 19-23, 2013, Ridgecrest, NC–I’d love to see you there!

8.  Christian Communicators Conference: August 28-September 1, 2013, The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, Asheville, NC-I’d love to see you there!

I pray a blessed day as you thank the Giver of all good gifts!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Writers Conferences, Christian Communicators Speakers Conference & MoGo7000 Writing Challenge

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By Vonda Skelton | July 26, 2012

This week’s post includes upcoming writers conferences, new rooms available at speakers conference, and your chance to win $100 in the MoGo7000 Challenge…

 

Regardless where you are on the writing journey, writers conferences should be part of your year. Check out these great conferences:

1.  Greater Philly Christian Writers Conference: August 1-4, 2012, Langhorne, PA

2.  Writers’ Publishing Workshop: August 6-10, 2012, South Hamilton, MA

3.  Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival: August 11-16, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

4.  Christian Authors Guild “Catch the Wave” Writers Conference: August 23-25, 2012, Norcross, GA

5.  Marketing in the Mountains Writers Retreat: August 29-September 3, 2012, Gatlinburg, TN

6.  East Metro Atlanta Christian Writers Conference: September 7-8, 2012, Covington, GA

7.  American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW): September 20-23, 2012, Dallas, TX

8.  Maranatha Christian Writers’ Conference: September 24-28, 2012, Near Norton Shores, MI

9.  C. S. Lewis Southwest Regional Retreat and Writers Workshop: October 27-30, 2012, Navasota, TX

10. CLASS Christian Writers Conference: October 31-November 4, 2012, Ghost Ranch, NM

11. Writing for the Soul Conference: February 14-17, 2013, Colorado Springs, CO

12. Write2Ignite: March 15-16, 2013, Tigerville, SC

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The 2012 MoGo7000 Challenge Continues!

Catherine Young, a writer and friend from Delaware, has graciously offered to sponsor this year’s MoGo7000 Challenge. Thank you, Cathy!

And the good news for writers is, you don’t have to change a thing.  So…are you currently working on a book? If so, Catherine Young and I want to help you finish it AND give you an opportunity to win $100!

All you have to do is write 7000 NEW words (not rewrites) on a book project during the calendar month and you’ll have an entry. Meet the goal one month and you’ll have one entry. Meet it 10 months and you’ll have 10 entries and increase your chances to win!

And it’s all free! Want more details? Check out the MoGo7000 Challenge page for the guidelines. And yes, you can work on more than one book at a time.

You have a few more days to meet the June goal, so what are you waiting for?

Thank you, Catherine Young, for your support of writers!

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New Double and Single Openings at Christian Communicators Conference at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove!

We’ve just received word from The Cove that they have opened up at least two more single or double rooms for us! Yay! So if you’ve been hesitant to register because of lodging options, here’s your unexpected chance to snag a double or single room! Of course, we still have spaces available in the triple/quad room as well.

The 2012 Christian Communicators Conference will be August 29-September 2 at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove.

We also have a few more “Conference and Meals Only” spots available for those who are able to arrange off-site lodging. But you must hurry. The conference is limited to 30 participants.

Check the Christian Communicators website for more details.

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Well, that’s it for this week’s Writer’s Headlines. Be sure to check back next week for the monthly call-outs!

Write on!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Call for Kudos, Call for MoGo7000 Results & Quick Writing Opp!

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By Vonda Skelton | June 7, 2012

It’s the 1st Thursday of the Month, so I need to hear from you!

Yep, it’s that time–time to let us celebrate your successes here at The Christian Writer’s Den. Not only that, but we have an unexpected quick deadline writing opportunity! And another chance to check out the Christian Communicators Conference in August at the Billy Graham Training Center in Asheville–only 5 beds left!

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Call for Kudos!

Have you had something exciting happen recently in your writing and speaking life? Maybe you’ve had an article published, signed a book contract or released a new book, got an agent, or started a new blog. If so, we want to hear from you!

It’s really simple, but I do ask that you contact me with the info in this format:

**Your name
**Your state in two-letter abbreviation
**Link to your website or blog
**Your good news
**Link to your good news, if online (online bookstore, online article, etc)

I can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Who MoGo’d in April?

If you wrote at least 7000 new words on a book project, you could be in the drawing for $100 cash! It’s easy!

To report your April results, please leave a comment below with your total new words written in April. You can join any time, and it’s free! Here are the MoGo7000 Challenge rules. For each month that you write at least 7000 new words, you’ll receive an entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100. Meet the goal four months and you get four entries. Meet it nine months and you get nine entries! The more you months you meet the goal, the more chances you have to win.

So what are you waiting for? Get started and you could write a book this year–AND win $100!

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Five Beds Remaining for the 2012 Christian Communicators Conference!

Ladies, do you feel called to speak? Do you feel God has given you something to share, but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you’ve been speaking a while, but want to expand your ministry. If so, this is the conference you’ve been waiting for!

The 2012 Christian Communicators Conference will be held August 29-September 2, 2012, at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. This is where you’ll learn everything you need to know to grow or develop your speaking ministry.

But don’t take out word for it. Here are some comments from past attendees:

“I’ve been to other speaker and writer’s conferences and felt overwhelmed by the sheer number of attendees. In contrast, the serene setting, personal attention, and professional coaching I received at this conference was priceless.”

Jennifer Johnson, NC
www.ProperUseProject.com

“The Christian Communicator’s Conference was uniquely effective…The intimate number of women allowed for the focus needed to apply the teachings and to bond together with unity. I left with a sense of destination, equipped and prepared for the next step in ministry.”

Verna Bowman, PA

http://vernabowman.com

Rooms for two, three, or four are still available, and you’ll love the all-inclusive pricing. No hidden expenses!

I hope you’ll check out the Christian Communicators website, feel free to contact any of the graduates, or feel free to contact me here or either Carolyn or me through the Christian Communicators contact page. We’d love to partner with you to bring Him glory!

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Last Minute Writing Opp for YOU!

Thank you to Carolyn Knefely for sending this great writing opportunity. But you must hurry! Deadline is June 15, 2012!!

This is My Story at InTouch Ministries writer’s guidelines.

Thanks for joining me again today, dear readers! Write on!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Writers Conferences

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By Vonda Skelton | May 24, 2012

Welcome to the Writer’s Headlines! It’s the 4th Thursday, and that means we’re checking out upcoming conferences!

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Writer’s Conferences:

I’ve taught at all these conferences and can highly recommend every one of them!

1.  St. Davids Christian Writers’ Conference: June 19-23, 2012, Grove City, PA

2.  North Texas Christian Writers Conference: June 22-23, 2012, Keller, TX (I’ll see you there!)

3.  AnAuthor World/The Writers’ Plot Conference: July 21, 2012, Furman University, Greenville, SC (I’ll see you there!)

4.  Greater Philly Christian Writers Conference: August 1-4, 2012, Langhorne, PA

5.  Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival: August 11-16, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

6. Christian Authors Guild “Catch the Wave” Writers Conference: August 23-25, 2012, Norcross, GA

7. CLASS Christian Writers Conference: October 31-November 4, 2012, Ghost Ranch, NM

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Do You Know Some Creative Teens? Deadline June 1st!

The June 1st deadline for the The Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival Intern program is quickly approaching! We’re looking for teens 16-18yo who are interested in acting, directing, producing, screenwriting, songwriting, singing, television or radio. This is their opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with those who can help them in their goals. I’m honored to be a co-director, along with Sarah Sumpolec, of the Gideon/Clash Entertainment Intern Program for Christian teens.

But you must hurry! The application deadline is June 1st! Tell all the talented Christian teens you know!

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Registrations are Filling Up for the August 2012 Christian Communicators Conference!

That’s right…the conference is in August, but with only 3 or 4 rooms left, space is already extremely limited.

Ladies, do you dream of having a speaking ministry? Do you already have a ministry, but want to grow as a speaker? The Christian Communicators Conference was created just for you!

The 3rd Christian Communicators Conference will be held at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina August 29-September 2, and Carolyn Knefely and I would love to have you join us!

But don’t take our word for it, here are some testimonials from the previous conferences:

“I’ve been to a lot of Christian conferences in my lifetime, yet CCC would prove to be the most rewarding and the most life changing.”
Glenda Mills, WV
http://GlendaMills.com

“The Christian Communicators Conference was an in-depth weekend of speaker training that was filled with encouragement, deep friendship, and love. It helped move my speaking to the next level…I feel more polished and confident as a professional speaker.”
Patty Mason, TN
Liberty in Christ Ministries
www.LibertyinChrist.net

“If you believe GOD is calling you into His service as a speaker, CCC is the very first thing you need to do. After PRAYING of course!”
Liz Cowen Furman, CO
www.LizCowenFurman.com

Feel free to contact me with any questions. You don’t want to miss it!

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Are You MoGoing?

You could write a book this year–AND win $100 in cold, hard cash!

That’s right! The MoGo7000 Challenge will help you complete a book and give you multiple chances to win money. For each month that you write 7000 new words on a book project, your name goes in the hat for the end-of-the-year drawing. Meet the goal three months this year and you get three entries. Meet it nine months and you get nine entries!

The good news is, you can join in any time, no registration required…and it’s FREE!

Check out the MoGo7000 Challenge page for all the details. And get to work! What are you waiting for?

Write on!

Vonda

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